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Hari Krishna Exports Celebrates
Silver Jubilee
H
ari Krishna Exports Pvt. Ltd., a leading Indian
manufacturer of cut and polished diamonds,
unveiled a new logo on the occasion of its
silver jubilee on July 4th 2017 in Hotel Sahara
Star. The celebrations were attended by more than 1,100
guests, including influential diamond industry leaders,
miners, well-wishers as well as bankers. On this grand
occasion, Hari Krishna unveiled a coffee-table book that
showcases 25 years of the company’s journey.
The company said its new brand identity underscores
its commitment to transformation and evolving
client expectations. The new logo reflects a modern,
approachable look that identifies with the company in the
diamond industry.
Hari Krishna Group announced that it would plant 10
trees for each year that a customer had been in business As a part of the silver jubilee celebration, Hari Krishna
with the company, as well as sponsor the education of one also organised a blood donation drive on July 3rd 2017 in
child per customer. It also introduced a loyalty programme Mumbai – a total of 384 units of blood were collected.
for regular buyers, applicable from January 2018. Savji Dholakia, co-founder of Hari Krishna Exports
Pvt. Ltd., said, “It has been an incredible journey so far
and the credit of this success goes to the entire team
of Hari Krishna, customers, well-wishers as well as the
stakeholders. It is truly gratifying to see the 25-year-long
journey in today’s event.”
Speaking on the occasion, Ghanshyam Dholakia,
co-founder of Hari Krishna Exports Pvt. Ltd., added, “It
gives us immense pleasure to announce that we are
celebrating our 25th anniversary this year. We believe it’s
our commitment and support from our bankers, miners,
customers, well-wishers and the Hari Krishna team that
has helped us to thrive with success for such a long time.
We are hopeful for a further glorious future in the industry
with the support from our customers and well-wishers.”
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Tiffany Names Former Bulgari Official Alessandro Bogliolo As CEO
Tiffany & Co. announced officer of global apparel and accessories company Diesel
that its board of directors SpA, where he has led the company’s efforts to revitalise its
had unanimously named brand and enhance customer experience.
Alessandro Bogliolo the During his career, Bogliolo has worked in a broad range
company’s next chief executive of countries, including China, Singapore, Italy, France,
officer. He is expected to Spain and the US.
assume the role by October Michael J. Kowalski, chairman and interim CEO, Tiffany,
2nd 2017 and upon joining said, “Alessandro has a well-deserved reputation for
the company will also join the creativity and execution, having previously led a number of
board of directors. international brands to success and improved performance.
Bogliolo, 52, is a veteran I also believe that his vision and team-oriented approach
luxury industry executive make him an ideal fit with Tiffany’s long-standing values.
who previously served for 16 Tiffany is an iconic brand and is at an important time in
years at Bulgari SpA, including its history. We look forward to Alessandro and the Tiffany
the roles of chief operating team delivering a distinctive vision of luxury and style to our
officer and executive vice president, jewellery, watches & customers around the world, while also focusing on driving
accessories. Most recently, he has served as chief executive attractive returns for our shareholders.”
PGI Hosts Second Platinum Buyer-Seller Meet
Platinum Guild International (PGI) India organised the
second season of the Platinum Buyer-Seller Meet, a
leading platform for manufacturers and retailers to explore
the wide range of platinum jewellery, from July 5th to 7th
2017 in Chennai. The aim of the meet was to showcase
new product category opportunities, as well as introduce
new designs developed by manufacturers for the upcoming
festive season.
The meet commenced with the ‘Season of Love’ awards,
where the key retailers and their staff, who promoted the
campaign with enthusiasm and contributed to the sales
of platinum jewellery, were felicitated. The 2017 edition
of ‘Season of Love’ was celebrated across all leading
platinum jewellery retailers across India, from May 15th
to June 15th 2017 and had special offers available for Emerald, Tankaria’s, Uni-Design Jewellery, Prism Jewellery,
customers on the purchase of platinum jewellery. The Jewelex and Oro, who presented a diverse portfolio of over
number of participating retailers grew from 140 doors last 4,500 pieces together that included a range of bestsellers
year to 600+ doors this year. and new developments in core categories like Love Bands,
The meet witnessed participation from nine Evara and Men’s jewellery. The event was attended
manufacturers including Kama Schachter, BN Jewellers, by leading PGI strategic retail partners, which saw an
overwhelming turnout.
Vaishali Banerjee,
managing director, India,
PGI, said, “January-June
2017 has been exceptionally
strong in platinum retail
sales. We would like to
thank all our retailers who
participated in ‘Season
of Love’ so positively, and
added to the sales of
platinum jewellery during
the campaign.”
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GJF Hosts
National
Jewellery
Awards
2017
Gemological
Science
International
(GSI) was
awarded
the Stellar
Innovator
of the Year
award.
T
he 7th National Jewellery Awards (NJA) 2017 organised Nitin Khandelwal, chairman, GJF, said, “The trust, faith
by the All India Gems & Jewellery Trade Federation (GJF) and belief that GJF has earned from its members, industry
concluded with a glittering celebrity-studded night on July and government has undoubtedly contributed to the
28th. Manoj Dwivedi, joint secretary, ministry of commerce, growth of this apex federation in the gems and jewellery
Government of India, was the chief guest at the event. The sector. NJA opens up an untapped business opportunity
award function showcased and recognised the talent and for participants in the industry and motivates the crafting
craftsmanship in the Indian gems and jewellery industry. inspiration, passion, devotion, enthusiasm and innovative
Anantha Padmanaban, director of GJF and NJA committee spirit of the jewellers in the industry.”
convener, said, “This year NJA received encouraging NJA 2017 comprised a total of 25 award categories,
responses from leading jewellers and we are thankful to including twelve Jewellery Awards, five Excellence Awards,
them. NJA enhances the knowledge of individuals with the five Store Awards, two Designer Awards, and a Student
latest trends and fashion of the industry, thus helping to Award – with a substantial amount given as scholarship to
encourage one’s competence in terms of designs.” the winning student.
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Narayan Jewellers Launches Bridal Line
Narayan Jewellers by Ketan & Jatin Chokshi, Vadodara, Smile Foundation’s cause
launched its new bridal collection with fashion designer of girl child empowerment.
Rina Dhaka at the FDCI Couture Week, which supported Actress Huma Qureshi
looked ethereal in Narayan
Jewellers’ diamond-
encrusted neckpiece
consisting of a choker
attached to another
cascading multi-layered
neckpiece.
“It is always special
to connect with Smile
Foundation to support
girl child empowerment
through education. We strongly believe in this cause and
believe in the idea of bringing a smile on these young
faces,” said Ketan Chokshi, owner, Narayan Jewellers.
Rio Tinto Reveals Its Largest Red Diamond In New York
Rio Tinto has unveiled the largest fancy red diamond in the
history of its Argyle Pink Diamonds Tender, during a world
exclusive preview in New York. The 2.11-carat polished
radiant cut diamond, known as The Argyle Everglow™, is
the dazzling centrepiece of the 2017 Argyle Pink Diamonds
Tender – an annual showcase of the rarest diamonds from
Rio Tinto’s Argyle mine.
Rio Tinto Copper & Diamonds chief executive Arnaud
Soirat said, “We are delighted to announce this historic
diamond at our Tender preview, a testament to the unique
Argyle ore-body that continues to produce the world’s
rarest gems.”
Unprecedented in size, colour and clarity, the Argyle
(From left) The Argyle Kalina™ (1.50 carats), the Argyle Avaline™
Everglow™ has been assessed by the Gemological Institute (2.42 carats), the Argyle Everglow™ (2.11 carats), the Argyle Isla™
of America (GIA) as a notable diamond with a grade of (1.14 carats), and the Argyle Liberté™ (0.91 carat).
fancy red VS2.
In the 33-year history of the Argyle Pink Diamonds Tender permanent record of their contribution to the history of the
there have been less than 20 carats of fancy red certified world’s most important diamonds:
diamonds sold. Lot 1: Argyle Everglow™, 2.11-carat, radiant shaped, fancy
Argyle Pink Diamonds manager Josephine Johnson red diamond
added, “The Argyle Everglow™ represents rarity within Lot 2: Argyle Isla™, 1.14-carat, radiant shaped, fancy red
rarity and will drive global demand from collectors and diamond
connoisseurs in search of the incomparable.” Lot 3: Argyle Avaline™, 2.42-carat, cushion shaped, fancy
The 2017 Argyle Pink Diamonds Tender is named purple-pink diamond
‘Custodians of Rare Beauty’ in honour of its rich provenance Lot 4: Argyle Kalina™, 1.50-carat, oval shaped, fancy deep
and honourable pedigree. The 58 diamonds in the Tender pink diamond
weigh a total of 49.39 carats – including four fancy red Lot 5: Argyle Liberté™, 0.91-carat, radiant shaped, fancy
diamonds, four purplish red diamonds, two violet diamonds, deep grey-violet diamond
and one blue diamond. The 2017 Argyle Pink Diamonds Tender will be
The collection comprises five “hero” diamonds selected showcased in New York, Hong Kong and Perth with bids
for their unique beauty and named to ensure there is a closing on October 11th 2017.
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IGI India Achieves RJC Certification
The International Gemological Institute (IGI) India achieved
certification against the Responsible Jewellery Council’s
(RJC’s) 2013 Code of Practices (COP), which signifies the
institute has met the ethical, social and environmental
standards as established by the RJC.
RJC members commit to and are independently audited
against the RJC Code of Practices – an international
standard on responsible business practices for diamonds,
© International Gemological Institute
gold and platinum group metals.
“It is a pleasure to announce IGI India has been certified
against the 2013 COP. The provisions under the 2013
COP address important issues for our members and their
supply chain. We are delighted to see members achieving
certification against the standard and warmly congratulate
IGI India,” said Andrew Bone, RJC’s executive director.
“We are elated to receive certification from the RJC and
express our sincere appreciation and gratitude to the
entire IGI India team for their hard work and dedication is now part of the elite circle of RJC certified members,
in achieving this honour,” said Tehmasp Printer, IGI India including IGI-North and South America, which has been a
managing director. “IGI India is delighted to announce it member since 2009.”
Signet Jewelers Appoints Virginia C. Drosos As CEO
Signet Jewelers Mark Light said, “I’m very proud of all that Signet has
Limited, the world’s been able to accomplish over the course of my career
largest retailer of and it has been a privilege to work with such outstanding
diamond jewellery, colleagues over these many years. Given the company’s
appointed Virginia positive direction and my need to address some health
“Gina” C. Drosos, issues, the board and I agreed that it is a good time for a
who has served as an transition.”
independent director Stitzer continued: “Gina’s experience brings a unique
of the company’s combination of demonstrated brand building, given her
board since 2012, strong background in beauty, along with the creativity,
as the new chief flexibility and boldness of an entrepreneurial mindset.
executive officer She also possesses a strong financial background,
of Signet, effective having managed multibillion dollar P&Ls through phases
August 1st 2017. of high growth, while delivering cost reductions and
Drosos has over 29 operational efficiencies. As a member of the board
years of executive since 2012, she is deeply familiar with Signet’s strategic
leadership experience in the beauty and consumer goods vision and has been pivotal in our efforts to realign our
industries. She previously served as president & CEO of organisational structure to enable better execution of our
Assurex Health and as a group president of global beauty OmniChannel strategy and strengthening our customer
care at The Procter & Gamble Company. Mark Light, who experience.”
has served as CEO of Signet since 2014, has decided to “I am honoured to serve as the CEO of Signet and
retire after more than 35 years with the company due to look forward to working with our strong management
health reasons. and team members to deliver our revised 2020
“On behalf of the board, I want to thank Mark for his Vision, which is focused on bridal, digital and women’s
years of dedicated service and the many contributions fashion,” Drosos said, adding, “Signet is well positioned
he made to the company. He has been instrumental to to continue to drive its unprecedented leadership in
the company’s growth and success,” said Todd Stitzer, diamond jewellery and expand its market share in
chairman of Signet’s board of directors. growing categories, such as fashion jewellery.”
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